Motown’s music was crafted with an ear towards pop appeal. The record company specialized in a type of soul music it referred to with the trademark "The Motown Sound". The Motown Sound was typified by a number of characteristics: the use of tambourines to accent the back beat, prominent and often melodic electric bass guitar lines, distinctive melodic and chord structures, and a call and response singing style that originated in gospel music. In addition, pop production techniques such as the use of orchestral string sections, charted horn sections, and carefully arranged background vocals were also used. Complex arrangements and elaborate, melismatic vocal riffs were avoided.
Let's take our time and enjoy every minute we have all the time in the world soulful retro funky rhythmic bluesy rocking positive happy toe tapping feel good mood setting spirited bouncy bright vibrant uplifting perfect for internet radio mall music elevator music romantic comedy soap opera jukebox, Male Vocals, RnB, Motown
Classic, tight, early Detroit R&B with a steady groove and good energy. This track has a very 1960’s feel with organs, claps, electric guitars, horns, bass and drums. Excellent for comedy, vehicle and urban themes, 60’s period pieces, travel and lifestyle shows. Instrumental, RnB, 1970's Vintage RnB
The upbeat, good-time sounds coming out of Hitsville, U.S.A. in Detroit in the 1960s. This instrumental track has the classic instrumentation of drums, tambourine, bass, B3 organ, piano, electric guitars, bari sax, trombone, tenor sax, and trumpet. It’s fun and celebratory at a fast 190 bpm. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This instrumental track brings back the sound of 1960s Motown songs. The instrumentation is drums, tambourine, bass, piano, vibes, electric guitars and horns. Classic line-up, with that classic retro sound. It will take you right to Hitsville. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
An upbeat, fun 1960s track coming from the sounds of Detroit during that era. It features drums, bass, piano, vibes, electric guitars, and baritone sax, with that classic sound. Music bed with no melody. Great track for background music for film, documentary, or source music that needs that sound. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A mid-tempo, soul, instrumental track out of Detroit. It features drums, tambourine, congas, bass, piano, electric guitar, trumpet, and tenor sax. Has a bit of an early 70s sound to it. Very cool, and laid back with a smooth jazz sound. Could be used in urban settings needing that retro feel. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Straight forward upbeat rocking instrumental reminiscent of early B. Springsteen/E Street Band/ Clarence Clemons. Would work well with any upbeat/carefree/happy scene in Film/TV/Commercial. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Energetic loud dynamic soul song with blaring punchy brass great for a chase, party, club, action scene in Movie/TV/Commercial. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A smooth rhythm and blues groove with a electric guitar lead melody and live contemporary accompaniment. nice bouncy piano solo .... Motown instrumental, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
An Upbeat Jazzy Motown inspired track. Created with a Acoustic Piano jabs Tamborines and a swinging Bass. Sounds like an instrumental for the Supremes or the Marvelettes, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Throwback Motown Soul instumental in the style of the Supremes or Amy Winehouse, good for background in TV, commercials, or film, could especially work for scenes set in 60's or 70's, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Classic Motown track in the style of The Supremes, good for background music in Film, TV, Commercials, especially good for scenes set in 60's and 70's, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This song is inspired by my good friend Larry Cunningham, of The Floaters. Paying homage to the Motown sound, this song is built around a searing tight brass section, a funky, cold, and solid bass line, a Rhodes piano and a jazz guitar riff that is right on time! Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Ever wish you had an upbeat theme song that you could use to show you steppin’ out into the nightlife? This is a jazzy throwback to the days of Motown. The keys lay down stretched out chords while the drum establishes a nice pocket; tight, brassy, horn serve as a Motown hit, with a cold bass line! Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Distinctive chord and melodic structures, together with electric melodic bass lines define the famous Motown Sound. You can experience it all in this instrumental piece. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Mid tempo hot R&B track with background singers bass and drums keys organ. commercials movies and TV. Internet Radio theme song, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Mid tempo jazzy female soul group track bass drums guitar tenor sax keys. commercials. film and TV. malls and Internet Radio, Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
Motown inspired track, reminiscent of Marvin Gaye and others from the 60s and 70s era. Upbeat, fun, exciting and groovy that would work well for anything needing a catchy and dancey rhythm. With strong influences from Amy Winehouse too, this soulful pop style features horns, rhodes and lush strings. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
An exciting fusion of Motown’s classic RnB, Pop style, and 1960's influenced Rock. Shades of Marvin Gaye's 'Heard It Through The Grapevine', with a little Beach Boys, Queen and a touch of Brian May lead guitar. Perfect for productions that require a vibrant, timeless, upbeat feel. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This version has only the electric guitar solo. An exciting fusion of Motown style Pop, and 1960's influenced Rock. Shades of Marvin Gaye's 'Heard It Through The Grapevine', with a little Beach Boys, Queen and a touch of Brian May lead guitar. Works well for background music in a bar, club, playlist, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This version is minus both electric piano melody lead and electric guitar solo. An exciting fusion of Motown style Pop, and 1960's influenced Rock. Shades of Marvin Gaye's 'Heard It Through The Grapevine', with a little Beach Boys, Queen and a touch of Brian May lead guitar. Ideal background music, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
"Bright and Lively, In the style of Motown, Driving drums, Powerful horns and Dancing Keys create a very positive, uplifting mood." would be great for pharmaceutical adds insurance happy quirky, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
